Quiz: How Savvy Are You About Shopping Addiction?By Susan Jara on July 14, 2015 in Quizzes, Shopping Addiction 0It might seem easy to dismiss the idea of an addiction to shopping – or even joke that we all have a bit of “shopaholic” in us. But the truth is that, for a small percentage of Americans, the urge to shop can become compulsive, just like gambling, video gaming, sex or overeating. What’s more, shopping addiction can significantly affect a person’s emotional state as well as his or her relationships, career and finances. How much do you know about this impulse control disorder? Take our quick quiz to find out.1. Shopping addiction is also called "oniomania". What does the Greek term "onios" mean?*a. “For sale”b. “To buy”c. “Shopping”d. “Spend money”2. What’s the percentage of American men and women with compulsive buying disorder?*a. 5% of men; 25% of womenb. 5.5% of men; 6% of womenc. 7% of men; 15% of womend. 10% of men; 13% of women3. Which is not a common characteristic of shopping addicts?*a. Trouble controlling impulsesb. Relationship problemsc. High self-esteemd. Substance use disorders (tobacco and alcohol issues)4. How much less likely are problem shoppers to pay off their credit cards in full?*a. Two times less likelyb. Three times less likelyc. Four times less likelyd. Five times less likely5. Who played the main character in the romantic comedy “Confessions of Shopaholic,” (2009) about a financial journalist with a shopping addiction?*a. Isla Fisherb. Emma Stonec. Kirsten Dunstd. Lindsay Lohan6. What term is used to describe the euphoric feeling addicts often experience during a spending spree?*a. “Buyer’s remorse”b. “Shopping high”c. “Shopping thrill”d. “Buyer’s high”7. Which are symptoms of shopping addiction?*a. Cravings to shopb. Strategizing the hunt (where to go, what to wear, how to pay)c. Disappointment, stress and guiltd. All of the above8. What is the name of the psychiatrist who documented compulsive buying disorder a century ago?*a. Emile Kraepelinb. Carl Jungc. Heather A. Berlind. Ceaser Lincoln9. On average, how much money does a compulsive shopper lay out on a spending spree?*a. $310b. $210c. $110d. $75 Tired of addiction calling the shots?Addiction treatment changes lives. Call for a free benefits check.877-671-1785Brought to you by
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